Will NHI Bill wipe out medical insurance?
The NHI Bill does not contain any clarity on how South Africa's large and complex medical schemes and insurance industry will be affected. By Lenee Green, partner; Mateen Memon, associate; and Mariam Ismail, trainee attorney at Webber Wentzel On 12 June 2023, the...
Africa lays the groundwork for a future of electric vehicles
The fast-evolving emobility sector presents a significant opportunity for sustainable growth and job creation in Africa, but some constraints need to be overcome, writes Yael Shafrir, associate director at Webber Wentzel. Many South Africans who struggle every day to...
Protect your financial assets from unknown online threats
Cybercriminals are a formidable and pervasive threat that continues to loom over online banking and consumer bank accounts. These malicious actors employ a myriad of sophisticated techniques, such as hacking, phishing, spamming, card theft, online fraud, vishing, and...
Simple measures to substantially improve our roads
As the country continues to navigate the challenges of road accidents, the strain of heavier and higher quantities of vehicles, and the need to reduce abnormal loads on roads, many sustainable solutions are being developed to meet longstanding issues. "The...
Solar market oversaturation could be a risk
Due to ongoing loadshedding, high electricity prices, and a considerable decrease in the cost of solar systems over the past few years, more homeowners are making the switch to solar every day. However, elevated demand has resulted in more providers and installers...
What you need to know about smart devices
We live in a world surrounded by smart devices - from our pockets to our driveways and living rooms. These advancements offer convenience, and in many cases, extra security. But when gadgets are fitted with computing power and internet connectivity, they also become a...
How to spot a fake website
Phishing, smishing, email scams, dating scams, fraud, hacking--the realm of cybercrime has become more prevalent and sophisticated than ever before. Fake websites, designed to look exactly like the brands they mimic, have become honeypots for unsuspecting people lured...
Physical passports could be held as a digital identity
Air transport industry provider SITA and the Government of Aruba have showcased the successful implementation of verifiable digital credential technology, eliminating the need for passengers to show their physical passport when arriving on the island. Jeremy...
FNOs can do more to support consumer choice
Fibre network operators (FNOs) can be a stumbling block for consumers trying to change ISPs, according to the Internet Service Providers' Association (ISPA). Many FNOs have inadequate procedures for fibre customers to change from one ISP to another, causing them to...
Streamlining estate planning with technology
Estate planning and the ensuing execution of those plans are of vital importance in South Africa, especially during Wills Week. However, settling a deceased estate, depending on its intricacy and adherence to legal standards, can span from a few months to several...
How AI is the disrupting the photography industry
During the last few years, nearly every industry around the world has been disrupted by the growth and trend of artificial intelligence (AI). By David Preston, MD of Canon South Africa The archetypal vision of mechanical robots coming to replace humans at their...
Happy birthday to the Nokia 3310
In 2000, the original Nokia 3310 favorite was launched - and to date it is still one of the best-selling phones of all time. Cut to 2023 and the new Nokia 3310 and Nokia 3310 3G are still going strong. The new Nokia 3310 combines durability with a slimmer build, a...